The most anticipated Disney attraction of the decade is finally open. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opened to rave reviews at Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios on December 5, 2019 and in Disneyland on January 17, 2020. Headliner ride openings at Disney parks mean long lines, some times for years to follow. Rise of […]
20 Stocking Stuffers for Disney Travelers
Planning a Disney vacation with your family? Chances are that you will need new gear to make your trip a success. Having functional and practical travel gear is very important, but there’s no reason that gear can’t be a little bit cute and in the Disney spirit too. With Disney travelers in mind, I went […]
Disney MagicBands: Top 17 Questions Answered
If you haven’t been on a Disney vacation in the past few years, then you may not be familiar with Disney’s MagicBands. These bands, similar in size to a FitBit, were introduced in 2013 as part of a major technology overhaul to the guest experience at Walt Disney World. Disney guests start by planning their […]
How to Ride Frozen Ever After at Disney World Without the Wait
Before there was Avatar Flight of Passage in Pandora, Slinky Dog Dash in Toy Story Land, and Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the hottest attraction at Walt Disney World was Frozen Ever After. The ride opened in June 2016 in the Norway Pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase. In its first few […]
How to Ride Avatar Flight of Passage at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Without the Wait
Ever since Pandora – The World of Avatar opened at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom, Avatar Flight of Passage has become one of the most popular rides in Florida. Unfortunately, with great popularity comes great lines and long wait times. It’s been almost two years since Flight of Passage opened, but at times the ride […]
Best Strollers for Disney: Recommendations for Disney World and Disneyland
If you are headed to Disneyland or Walt Disney World with a young child, a good stroller is essential. Even active toddlers and preschoolers who seem to know no limits to their energy at home can crash after the many miles of walking on a Disney day. Strollers can be a great place for a […]
Disney’s Minnie Vans: All Your Questions Answered
If you have been to Walt Disney World in the past year, you might have spotted some red and white polka dotted SUVs around the property. Painted to look like Minnie Mouse herself complete with logo and Minnie’s signature bow, these “Minnie Vans” are the latest and greatest in Disney transportation. Minnie Vans are Disney’s […]
Do You Need a Car Seat for Disney World?
Planning Walt Disney World vacations require lots of decisions: Do you choose an off-property or on-site hotel? Do you park hop ’til you drop or save cash on tickets? Do you really need Memory Maker? And there are many more. One decision you have to make when traveling to Orlando with kids is whether you […]
Complete Guide to Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World
Toy Story Land just opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World. I attended the press previews this week to get a sneak peek at the land in the days before it opened to the public. As always at any Disney grand opening, I’ve made it my mission to report back with actionable tips […]
Which Walt Disney World Park to Skip on Short Trips
You are going to Walt Disney World! But sadly, the trip has to be a short one. It’s an unfortunate conundrum. There simply won’t be time to see and do it all. Choices will have to be made. For visitors to Walt Disney World on shorter trips, the big question is what parks to prioritize […]
